First, let's go over a quick primer on mold. All molds are fungi, and share biology with mushrooms and athlete's foot, for example. The mold that is dangerous to people is rare in the fungi world, meaning most kinds you find in your house or business aren't harmful. However, some toxic molds are dangerous, so any mold in your home or business must be cleaned up and completely removed.

The rule of thumb is to contact a mold restoration Cary, NC company to clear the mold if it is more than 36 square inches.. When you see any large mold growth, though, it's smart to reach out for help from mold removal services. The best mold removal services can help you make sure there is no hidden mold in other spots around the structure using tools such as hygrometers, thermometers, laboratory-grade mold test procedures and more.

Check credentials before you hire a mold removal company. The State Office of Consumer Protection is a good place to start, and you should check for approval by groups such as as the Contractor Connection, Restoration Industry Association and the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration.

Mold damage left to grow releases spores, which fly like dandelion seeds and can harm your possessions in short order. If not, mold growths will keep eating on your structure and will ruin your things. Some molds, those that release mycotoxins, can also cause major health problems ranging from brain damage. Mold can be especially harmful to babies and kinds